ERROR: permission denied for relation table
🚨 PostgreSQL Permission Denied for Relation – Error Explained
When running queries in PostgreSQL, you may encounter the error:
1. Grant SELECT privilege
GRANT ALL PRIVILEGES ON table_name TO username;
4. Change the table owner (if needed)
CREATE ROLE app_users; GRANT SELECT, INSERT ON table_name TO app_users; GRANT app_users TO username;
Best Practices for DBAs
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Follow the principle of least privilege – grant only required access.
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Use roles and groups for scalable permission management.
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Regularly audit table permissions with:
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Document all privilege changes for security compliance.
Conclusion
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